100 Years of Vintage Watches
| Author(s): | Dean Judy |
| Category: | Jewelry |
| Publisher: | F+W Media, Inc. |
| ISBN: | 9780873498272 |
| Number of pages: | 256 |
A glorious century of vintage wristwatches springs to life in 1,000 spectacular color photos! 100 Years of Vintage Watches features wristwatches and pocket watches produced from 1870-1970, the most popular period for watch collectors. Author Dean Judy provides readers with practical tips on the hobby, as well as advice on what items to avoid. Each listing features a detailed description and accurate pricing information. Before-and after-pictures illustrating the restoration stages, along with photos of near mint versus the average watch, will aid readers in identifying and valuing their own collections. The book features famous Swiss makers such as Alpina, Breitling, Cyma, Tissot, and Zodiak, as well as many American watch companies, including Bulova, Elgin, Hamilton, and Illinois. • Over 50 watch manufacturers represented• 1,000 full-color photographs illustrate these splendid vintage watches• Covers the most popular period for watch collectors, 1870-1970
